Commercial Escrow Officer (remote)

FCT; New York (NY); Remote; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

First American Financial Corporation is seeking a Commercial Escrow Officer to support our National Commercial team. The role involves handling escrow and settlement components for commercial transactions, coordinating with underwriting, preparing closing statements, and ensuring compliance with timelines.

Remote work is available, with a pay range of $30.91–$41.20 hourly. The candidate should have 3–5 years of commercial title/escrow experience, a high school diploma, and strong verbal and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of commercial title and escrow experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track completion of title commitments for commercial transactions.
• Properly price commitments, endorsements, policies and guarantees.
• Work cross-functionally with Underwriting to review documents.
• Prepare regular reports on escrow status and share with involved parties.
• Prepare legal documents for closure of sale or refinance.
• Complete closing by reviewing, recording, and filing documents.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Communication

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.What We DoWork as a dynamic team providing best in class service and support in the commercial real estate space. First American is looking to add a Commercial Escrow Officer to our growing National Commercial team. In this role you will work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting supporting the team in a variety of ways including directly handling the escrow and settlement components for commercial transactions ranging from single site to high-liability multi-site, be responsible for establishing new commercial escrow accounts, processing escrow documents in accordance with established policies and procedures as well as helping fund transactions. This position plays a key role in transforming the commercial real estate experience by empowering our employees and customers to deliver next-generation solutions and results.Come be part of the most successful company in the industry, leveraging the best technology and strongest escrow and underwriter partners, where we are transforming the commercial real estate experience one deed at a time.What You’ll Do:Coordinate and track completion of title commitments for commercial transactions depending on the locality and corporate standards.Properly price commitments, endorsements, policies and guarantees using appropriate schedule of fees and chargesWork cross-functionally with Underwriting to review and approve a variety of documentation including deeds, operating agreements, and corporate resolutionsResponsible for ensuring that all funds are properly accounted for and disbursed in accordance with the terms of the contractComplete closing by reviewing, recording, and filing documents including preparing and distributing final closing statements and title, ensuring adherence to delivery dates and timelines.Prepare regular reports on the status of the escrow account and provide these reports to the parties involved in the transactionPrepare legal documents for the closure of the sale or refinanceComply with regulatory requirements by adhering, and enforcing adherence, to requirementsWhat You’ll Bring:Passion for helping customers while maintaining a professional and positive attitudeProven problem-solving skills with eagerness to learn and shareUnderstands how to navigate internal and external resources to gather information and resolve questionsExcellent verbal and written communication with internal and external customers; uses various types of communication to meet customer expectations and build relationshipsNatural curiosity, enjoys researching the history and background of transactions, analyzing, and evaluating recordsThrives in contributing to a team working together to deliver beyond customer expectationsKnowledge of MS Office suite and ability to quickly adapt to new software applications and technologiesFlexible with the ability to multi-task and handle all aspects of title supportHigh school diploma or equivalent3-5 years of commercial title and escrow related experiencePay Range: $30.91 - $41.20 Hourly, RemoteThis hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.What We OfferBy choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.